Book description
More than four billion people--some 60 percent of humanity--live in debilitating poverty, on less than $5 per day. The standard narrative tells us this crisis is a natural phenomenon, having to do with things like climate and geography and culture. It tells us that all we have to do is give a bit of aid here and there to help poor countries up the development ladder. It insists that if poor countries would only adopt the right institutions and economic policies, they could overcome their disadvantages and join the ranks of the rich world.Anthropologist Jason Hickel argues that this story ignores the broader political forces at play. Global poverty--and the growing inequality between the rich countries of Europe and North America and the poor ones of Africa, Asia, and South America--has come about because the global economy has been designed over the course of five hundred years of conquest, colonialism, regime change, and globalization to favor the interests of the richest and most powerful nations. Global inequality is not natural or inevitable, and it is certainly not accidental. To close the divide, Hickel proposes dramatic action rooted in real justice: abolishing debt burdens in the global South, democratizing the institutions of global governance, and rolling out an international minimum wage, among many other vital steps. Only then will we have a chance at a world where all begin on more equal footing.
SprkR
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits β so cool! Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features.
Mr. Spy
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. I'm impressed by the app's performance β it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts.
ZenaCake
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Spicy Thunder
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Lucky Aurora
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Sky
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Biscuit Meg
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Bones
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. ListenBook's interface is not just aesthetically pleasing; it's also highly functional. Navigating through chapters and controls is a breeze. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Roller Turtle
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WordWanderer
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Snow Hound
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Are Ess Tee
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Marbles
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RealmRanger
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Burst Nibbler
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Trouble Mittens
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ForumFlare
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DollFaceKillah
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasnβt blown away. The narratorβs performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Classy Dancer
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NightDream
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience